Alex Wirtz

Instructor

Professional Experience:

  • Software developer in education and industry
  • Financial simulations developer and financial/technical trainer since 2007
  • Writer on finance, AI, and the future of learning

Education:

  • MA in Classics, University of Oxford
  • MA in Linguistics, University of Sussex

Get to know Alex

Alex has a proven track record in creating impactful, real-world training experiences. Since 2007, he has been a pioneer in simulation-based learning for financial markets, having developed and deployed a suite of trading simulators spanning Equities, FX, Fixed Income, Options, and more. His simulations have been used by over 8,500 users worldwide and form the backbone of programs that teach participants how to balance market risk, and identify and manage operational risk events.

He also brings significant expertise in Data Science and Emerging Technologies, offering training in Data Analysis and Visualisation, Python, SQL, Power BI, Excel Best Practices, Applied Excel, and AI & LLMs. His sessions bridge the gap between technical data concepts and their real-world applications in finance, supporting professionals as they integrate analytics, automation, and AI into their workflows. His blend of markets insight, simulation-led delivery, and data science fluency makes him uniquely positioned to support learners navigating today’s evolving financial landscape.

Alongside his training work, he advises educators on AI adoption and helps businesses with streamlining business reporting and analysis.